Flipkart Finds Itself In Hot Water After Labeling Husbands 'Aalsi' In Viral Video; Apologises After Backlash
Flipkart's promotional video for 'Big Billion Days Sale' faced backlash for derogatory remarks towards husbands, prompting an apology and removal of the ad.
M&S 'sorry' for using gender-neutral language in bra advert
Marks & Spencer's new bra ad faced backlash over its language, prompting a swift apology and removal.
The campaign highlights ongoing tensions in gender representation in marketing.
Flipkart Finds Itself In Hot Water After Labeling Husbands 'Aalsi' In Viral Video; Apologises After Backlash
Flipkart's promotional video for 'Big Billion Days Sale' faced backlash for derogatory remarks towards husbands, prompting an apology and removal of the ad.
M&S 'sorry' for using gender-neutral language in bra advert
Marks & Spencer's new bra ad faced backlash over its language, prompting a swift apology and removal.
The campaign highlights ongoing tensions in gender representation in marketing.
AI's shocking views of how Europeans see Americans
AI showcases distorted stereotypes about Americans, particularly women, as overly sexualized and fast food consumers.
Japandroids: Fate & Alcohol
The album Fate & Alcohol overcorrects previous issues by oversimplifying themes and relying on clichés, reducing the complexity of female characters in lyrics.
People Are Contrasting The "Joker 2" Box Office Flop Discourse With How We Talk About Female-Led Movies
The box office response to female-led superhero films often sparks more scrutiny compared to their male-led counterparts, highlighting biases in audience perceptions.
"If you don't like it, don't buy it", former Sony Interactive boss says of Ghost of Yotei character design 'controversy'
The controversy over Ghost of Yōtei's female samurai character highlights ongoing debates about gender representation in gaming.
Will Ferrell regrets dressing up as a woman on SNL
Will Ferrell regrets dressing up as a woman for a joke on SNL, indicating the changing views on gender and comedy.
Ferrell expresses a reluctance to engage in similar humor today, highlighting a societal shift in perception.
Caltech's latest STEM breakthrough: Most of its new students are women
Caltech's commitment to increasing female representation in STEM has resulted in a milestone where women make up half of the incoming undergraduate class.
Robin F. Williams Explores Gender and Horror in Good Mourning at P.P.O.W. Gallery | stupidDOPE
Robin F. Williams' latest exhibit challenges traditional female roles in horror cinema, prompting deeper reflection on gender portrayal and societal norms.
Seven West Media defends sexy Santas' dancers weeks after toxic work culture allegations
The performance by dancers at Seven West Media's staff meeting was deemed cringe-worthy, sparking controversy amid ongoing workplace culture allegations.
Men, guns and penises: How the Western film genre became the definition of masculinity
Western films have traditionally catered to male perspectives, placing women in limited roles, but the genre has evolved and diversified globally.
Iran parliament approves president's entire cabinet, a first since 2001
Pezeshkian's cabinet marks a historic move towards consensus governance in Iran, successfully gaining approval for all ministers for the first time in over 20 years.
Number of girls taking A-level computing exceeds 3,000 | Computer Weekly
A-level computing saw a 28.6% increase in female students in 2024, emphasizing the need for a strong talent pipeline in a male-dominated field.
The House of the Dragon Season 2 Finale Gave Us Something Better Than a Big Battle
Season 2 finale of House of the Dragon defied traditional expectations by foregoing major battles or character deaths, focusing instead on plot twists and character development.
Highlights From the 2024 Paris Olympics
The Paris Olympics captured through the lens of New York Times photographers, showcasing memorable moments and the start of the Games.
Friends star Lisa Kudrow initially thought Chandler was gay
Lisa Kudrow initially thought Friends character Chandler was gay.
What AI thinks a beautiful woman looks like
AI-generated images tend to portray a narrow, unrealistic standard of female beauty.
Angela Alsobrooks Wants to Be Maryland's First Black Senator
Angela Alsobrooks may become Maryland's first Black senator, emphasizing the importance of racial and gender representation in government.
Rapidly growing Arab art collection seeks new spaces to show its works
Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi seeks new spaces to exhibit the Barjeel Art Foundation collection, focusing on acquisition diversity and accessibility.
Nearing 50 Supreme Court arguments in, lawyer Lisa Blatt keeps winning
No lawyer has appeared before the Supreme Court more often than Lisa Blatt, known for her unique mix of humor, passion, and style.
Cultivating Diversity, Inclusion and Humanity in the Crypto Community
The crypto industry faces gender representation challenges similar to traditional finance.
Efforts are needed to ensure diversity and inclusion in the crypto community.
Women in Data: MoD's first chief data officer on overcoming imposter syndrome | Computer Weekly
Women remain significantly underrepresented in the technology and military sectors despite efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.
Female leaders like Caroline Bellamy face challenges in male-dominated environments, but emphasize the importance of confidence and showcasing expertise.
In Virginia, Censors Attempt to Axe 'Wishtree'
The Floyd County Public Schools suspended reading of Katherine Applegate's Wishtree due to complaints about the depiction of a monoecious red oak with nonbinary identity.
The decision to suspend the community reading event was influenced by concerns about certain material in the book raised by a community member.
The best adverts of the 1980s
The 1980s saw the birth of consumerist culture with the rise of yuppies and the impact of TV advertising.
Top ads of the 1980s included Apple's groundbreaking Macintosh spot directed by Ridley Scott and Ralph Lauren's representation of powerful women.
Is Poor Things a feminist film? Is Barbie? These have become meaningless questions | Beatrice Loayza
Defining feminism in films can be complex and subjective
The term 'feminist' may be diluted in the film industry with varying interpretations
Sunak's record on appointing female peers from party worst since Major, analysis finds
Rishi Sunak has the lowest female representation in appointing Tory peers compared to previous prime ministers.
The House of Lords has significantly fewer women compared to men, with slow progress in gender balance.
We're still waiting for B2B advertising's feminist revolution
Women make up a higher proportion of business decision-makers than before
B2B ads are still male-focused
The Grammys Belonged to Joni Mitchell
Joni Mitchell's performance at the Grammys solidified her timeless influence on music.
The Grammys showcased a significant representation of female talent and celebrated precise songwriting as emotional storytelling.
Azerbaijan appoints no women to 28-member Cop29 climate committee
The organising committee for Cop29 in Azerbaijan consists of 28 men and no women, drawing criticism from campaigners.
63% of the members of the organising committee for Cop28 in the UAE were women, highlighting a contrast in gender representation between the two summits.